Meaning of banish in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈbænɪʃ/

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  1. Verb

    banish

    Etymology

    late Middle English: from Old French baniss-, lengthened stem of banir; ultimately of Germanic origin and related to ban

    Definitions

    1. expel from a community or group

    Derived terms

  2. 2. ban from a place of residence, as for punishment
  3. 3. expel, as if by official decree

    Examples

    • « he was banished from his own country »

    Derived terms

  4. 4. drive away

    Examples

    • « banish bad thoughts »
    • « banish gloom »

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